Associate Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking an Associate Engineer for our Nashville, TN office. In this role, you will be a key member of our accident reconstruction team, providing expert consulting services to clients within the legal, insurance, and transportation industries. We are committed to ensuring that our clients have all the necessary details to accurately understand and resolve high-stakes vehicle accidents.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform on-site inspections, vehicle assessments, and rapid-response investigations
• Capture and document physical evidence using advanced tools, including 3D laser scanning, drones, and digital photography
• Preserve scene and vehicle conditions through accurate documentation prior to environmental or external changes
• Apply engineering principles to analyze vehicle motion, damage patterns, impact forces, and driver response
• Utilize specialized software tools, including CAD, photogrammetry, collision simulation, laser scanning platforms, and vehicle event data recorder (EDR) analysis
• Support planning and execution of engineering analyses under the guidance of senior engineers
• Prepare clear, technically accurate written materials in support of engineering reports
• Aid in the development of visual exhibits and reconstruction models
• Present technical findings to internal team members and, as appropriate, external audiences with varying levels of technical expertise

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSA)

• Knowledge of engineering fundamentals relevant to motor vehicle crash analysis
• Vehicle dynamics, automotive systems, and mechanical principles
• Interest in or exposure to advanced driver-assist systems, autonomous vehicle technologies, and vehicle data networks
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Technical writing and documentation skills
• Proficiency or demonstrated aptitude in 3D modeling and engineering software tools
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline required
• Master’s degree candidates preferred
• Academic or applied experience in technical research, analysis, or engineering projects preferred

Work Environment & Travel Requirements

• Combination of office-based analysis and field investigation work
• Approximately 50% regional travel required
• Fieldwork may involve outdoor environments and varied site conditions

Benefits

• Immediate inclusion in our medical benefits plan
• Immediate inclusion in our 401K program, including 3% company matching
• Proven commitment to ongoing professional development opportunities

Compensation

The base salary for this position ranges from $70,000 to $75,000, depending on prior experience and expertise, which will be evaluated during the interview process.